Distancing Learning/Hybrid Learning Code of Conduct

Circumstances may bepresented that will require the Iona Preparatory School to deliver itscurriculum on a digital platform instead of an in-seat, traditional model. In addition, there may be situations in which a hybrid model may be employed where a portion of the studentswould be participating in virtual instruction. In these instances, the presented behavioral expectations in the Code of Conduct section of the Iona Preparatory Parent/Student Handbook (Upper School, 2020-2021), in addition to the expectations outlined below, must be adhered toby all students.

In formulating the following rules and regulations, the Iona Preparatory School Administration has tried to anticipate as many areas as possible that students need to demonstrate responsible behavior when learning on a digital platform. In the event of new and unusual circumstances, the Dean of Students will have the authority to use discretion in whatever circumstances the present rules do not precisely apply.

In order to protect its standards of scholarship, discipline, deportment and character, Iona Preparatory School reserves the right to require the withdrawal of any student at any time, for any reason deemed sufficient at the sole discretion of the school and its administrators. By the parent/guardian’s signing of the handbook letter, the student and parent/guardian acknowledge the important obligations and restrictions contained in this handbook and agree to be bound by the terms of this handbook.

When a student applies for entrance to Iona Preparatory School, he thereby understands and agrees that the school reserves the right to exclude him at any time if his conduct, attitude, or academic standing is regarded by the Administration as undesirable.

It is understood and agreed that Iona Preparatory, or any of its administrators or faculty, shall not be liable in any way whatsoever for such exclusion. Students and parents signed an agreement to this contract through an acknowledgment letter at the beginning of each academic year.

Furthermore, parents should support the mission, goals and policies of the school. Nevertheless, a situation could occur in which the uncooperative or disruptive attitude and/or actions of parents might so diminish the effectiveness of the school that continuation of the student in the school could be impossible. In such cases, the school reserves the right to require the withdrawal of the student.

Teachers, staff, coaches and administrators will keep confidential any information entrusted to them so long as no one’s life, health or safety is at risk.

All standards of student conduct outlined in Iona Preparatory’s Parent/Student Handbook (Upper School 2020-21)remain in full effect during the time of distance learning. Teachers will communicate any inappropriate behavior that violates any school policy found in the Iona Preparatory Parent/Student Handbook (Upper School 2020-21) to the Dean of Students. Students should be aware that their conduct, throughout all areas and learning platforms, during Iona Preparatory’s Distance Learning/Hybrid Learning Program should reflect their home and school training. Any conduct that is detrimental to the good reputation of Iona Prep, endangers the safety of students, or demonstrates disrespect to a person or property, will resultin suspension or expulsion from Iona Preparatory. Students should realize that online communication between students, no matter the internet learning platform, must be appropriate. Iona Prep maintains that any type of online harassment, abuse or

threat between students demonstrates a serious violation of the Iona Preparatory Code of Conduct. Students violating this policy will be subject to suspension orexpulsion. If a student is to be found in violation of any policy, the Dean of Students reserves the right to schedule a virtual meeting to address the violation. If a virtual meeting is scheduled, the student is requiredto attend. Lack of attendance could result in further disciplinary action. In our Hybrid Learning model, parents and students must abide by the COVID-19 policies and procedures that ensure the health and safety of the entire Iona Prep Community. Any breach of these policies by parent or student may result in appropriate action by the Iona Prep Administration.

VisibilityDuring VirtualClasses

Visibility of all students during virtual classes ensures that attendance responsibilities are being fulfilled. Students are required to remain in the field of view of their digital camera/computer webcam throughout the entirety of the virtual class. Students being in the field of view also indicates that the cameras on their computers, smart phones, or tablets are required to be powered on for the entirety of the class. If circumstances arise that requires the student to leave the camera’s field of view, the student is required to obtain permission by the teacher, as they would in class. Students that disregard this regulation will be subject to disciplinary action by the Dean of Students.

Distance Learning Dress Code

During Iona Preparatory’s Distance Learning Program, a dress code will be enforced for students that will be attending and participating in live virtual classes; this supports the orderly nature of a parochial school environment. Parents are asked to assist in making certain that their sons attend these live virtual classes in proper dress code. Just like Iona Preparatory’s standard dress code for in-seat attendance, our distance learning dress code shall be in effect, when necessary, from the opening of school in September. Decisions regarding appearance are the responsibility of the Dean of Students. Faculty and administration will assist in enforcing the dress code. The fact that some type of clothing, footwear, or hairstyle is not specifically forbidden, does not make it acceptable. THE DECISION OF THE DEAN OF STUDENTS IS FINAL. Teachers and administrators may assign detention to any student who violates any of the rules regarding the student dress code ● When students sign in to a live virtual class, they are requiredto enter this class in full dress code. Full dress code for distance learning is similar to the Spring Dress Code found in the Iona Preparatory’s Parent/Student Handbook (Upper School 2019-20); it includes a polo (Iona Preparatory Polo is preferred) or dress shirt and slacks or khaki shorts. ● Only polos or dress shirts of a conservative color are permitted. Bright and unconventional colors are not allowed. Casual flannel shirts are not appropriate school attire. Shirts or Polos with prints and/or patterns are not permissible. Shirts or Polos should be presented on camera in an appropriate, professional way throughout the virtual school day. ● Baseball hats, visors, and other headwear accessories are not permitted to be worn during live virtual classes. ● Hair must not be extreme in style, nor color, nor exceed the shirt or jacket collar, nor cover the eyebrows or ears. Unconventional hairstyles and ponytails are prohibited. (**See Below for Pandemic Clause regarding those who are unable to receive a haircut) ● Facial Hair: students are to be “clean shaven” during all live virtual classes. Facial hair is NOT permitted. Students who present doctors’ notes to the Dean of Students prohibiting the use of razors are not exempt from this regulation. Students are expected to comply with this regulation with

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regular home care. Students who continue to disregard this regulation will be kept out of virtual classes until cleanly shaven. Furthermore, no mustaches, beards, or sideburns below the top of the ear lobe are permitted. The wearing of earrings during live virtual classes, retreats, or virtual school functions is not in keeping with the dress code. Earrings are not permitted during the school day. Tongue rings and any other body piercing are not permitted. Covering an earring with a band-aid is not acceptable. Visible jewelry, other than a watch and/or one single ring of conventional size and shape, is not permitted. Students may wear a school issued ¼ zip over their polo or dress shirt during live virtual classes. If you are to wear a ¼ zip, the zipper must be pulled down all the way to reveal your polo or dress shirt to ensure you are keeping with the distance learning dress code. ¼ zips that have hoods are not allowed. Dress sweaters (Crew Neck or V-Neck) are permitted. Students may not wear nonschool issued sweaters with zippers or sweaters with large company logos across the front. Visible tattoos are not acceptable.

Hybrid Learning Dress Code:

In addition to and in compliance with the Distance Learning Dress Code, the following policies are applicable to those that are in-seat during a hybrid model. ● Face Mask/Coverings: All students are required to wear a face mask/covering upon arrival to the Iona Prep campus. The face mask/covering must be of a conservative, solid color with no logos, writing, or graphics. Please see the Dean of Students if you are unsure of the acceptability of your face mask/covering. ● During a hybrid model, the students that are in-seat are allowed to be in Spring Dress Code ( See Spring Dress Code Policy).

PPE & Face Coverings:

Iona Preparatory School will require all faculty and staff to wear proper face coverings, including during instruction. Various departments will have the option of purchasing and wearing plastic face coverings when necessary for instructional purposes. However, a cloth face covering or other acceptable surgerystyle mask is preferable. Students will be instructed in proper wearing of the mask and reminded periodically as needed. Parents will be reminded that student masks must be clean and ask them to check with the manufacturer as to how to clean them.

Students will be required to come to school wearing acceptable face coverings and keep them on at all times. We are requesting that parents ensure that their son arrives on campus appropriately attired, which includes acceptable face coverings.

Furthermore, any person visiting our campus or making any sort of delivery, any vendorand tradesperson, will be required to have acceptable face coverings prior to entering any of our buildings.

We are installing arrows on the hallway floors in order to create one-waytraffic throughout school hallways. We will post social distancing signs on the walls throughout the school in order to remind everyone of maintaining social distances. Students are required to follow signage on floors that determine student

traffic direction to ensure social distancing procedures are followed.

Signs in bathrooms will remind people to wash their hands frequently,especially after using the bathroom. Signs will also be put up throughout the building reminding students and staff to wash hands frequently and/or utilize the many hand sanitizing stations throughout both campuses. Exterior doors will have signage reminding people that when they enter the building they will be required to wear a face mask and keep socially distant while inside the building.

Social Distancing Policy

To ensure the health and safety of all students during the COVID-19 Pandemic, social distancing while on the Iona Preparatory School campus is essential to prevent the spread of the virus. Faculty, staff, and administrators will be enforcing these policies on a consistent basis throughout the day. At no time should there be a congregation of students where social distancing guidelines cannot be followed. To ensure that social distancing guidelines are being followed in the hallway, please pay close attention to the signage on the floors and walls that will indicate student traffic flow. To ensure that social distancing guidelines are being followed in the classrooms, all students should enter the classroom when a teacher instructs them to do so. Students should remain at their seat during instruction to ensure social distancing. Any student who does not comply with this social distancing policy shall be referred to the Dean of Students.

Attendance:

Similar to the attendance we expect during in-seat classes, the consistent and punctual arrival of students to their virtual live classes is of the utmost importance to an Iona Prep education. Students must avoid being absent whenever possible, and parents must make every effort to make appointments for their sons outside of school hours.

We ask that all parents and students read the following paragraphs carefully, especially the information regarding legal reasons for absenteeism.

According to New York State Education Law, students are considered “Excused” for absences of the following nature:

Sickness Death in the family Impossible traveling conditions (Not applicable to Distance Learning) Required court appearance Religious Observation Pre-Approved college visitation